Grid Southeast Regional Operations Manager - Construction

Black & Veatch; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable infrastructure is seeking a Grid Southeast Regional Operations Manager for construction. The role involves overseeing project compliance, safety, and quality decisions while supporting a team in a hands-on environment. Candidates should have significant experience in construction management, particularly in transmission line projects, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation and holiday time

Tuition reimbursement

401k plan

Performance-based bonus program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as Construction Manager level or above.
• Direct hire Open-shop Transmission Line/Substation construction experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors construction activities for compliance with the CPM schedule.
• Develops and monitors 3 Week Look Ahead Schedule for assigned work scope.
• Provides supervision, training, and performance management to direct reports.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction

Job description

Grid Southeast Regional Operations Manager - Construction

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 108759

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Summary

Responsible for coordination of the construction on the project including bids and proposals. Coordinates compliance with the schedule, safety, cost, and quality decisions in conjunction with the Project Field Manager.

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering. #OperationsManager #Construction

Key Responsibilities
Monitors, verifies and reports on construction activities for compliance with the CPM schedule; tracks and reports on completion of project schedule activities and commodity installation. Assists site team in resolving problems and reports on issues related to drawings and information, schedule, quality, quantity tracking, cost reporting, and safety. Monitors discipline construction productivity, progress, and cost, and reports to Operations Manager, Construction Manager and Project Controls Manager. Takes necessary actions to maintain targets. Conducts site supervision meetings to review/assist in daily, weekly, and monthly planning. Develops and monitors 3 Week Look Ahead Schedule for assigned work scope. Develops corrective plan to ensure progress and productivity targets are met. Verifies that all equipment, material, manpower and resources needed to support the 3 Week Look Ahead Schedule are available and on site. Develops, monitors, and reports on completion of craft/subcontractor punch list activities. Maintains a daily log for site records. Reviews all timesheets, installed quantity reports, and progress payment request. Develops and coordinates assigned daily and weekly workplans with other discipline facilitators and construction manager. Monitors assigned subcontractor(s) for compliance with subcontract scope and schedule requirements. Develops a stable working relationship with Client and assigned subcontractor(s). Assists Field Subcontract Administrator in the preparation of all extra work authorization requests (RFMPs/WAs). Coordinates with Design Engineer in the compilation of or answering Contractor information Requests. Administers execution of work packages and equipment installation. Develops and distributes a Job Hazard Analysis for major erection packages within scope. Identifies potential back charges and out of scope issues and reports to Construction Manager. Supports commercial recovery process. Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management to direct reports. Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities. Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements. Acts in capacity of a "supervisor ". Does not have management responsibility for the people to whom they provide work direction. Supervises subcontractors and field engineers. Day to Day support of Ops Managers & Construction Managers. Day to Day Communication with Project Directors and Project Managers. Drive Region Safety and Quality. Proposals support and review (Reviewing BOQs estimated, Construction resources allocated, Equipment plan, PEP, Risk associated with the task both Safety & cost, etc.). Drive Adherence to SOPs and Work Packages (Preconstruction Planning upon award). Drive Adherence to Processes & Procedures (HR, CEFs, Construction, Corporate, etc.) CEFS and Rental equipment coordination. Resource Planning and Coordination. FPMS weekly reviews (Driving adherence and change management).

Preferred Qualifications

Direct hire Open-shop Transmission Line/Substation construction experience required. Proposal and Estimating experience within construction. Bachelor's degree in construction or engineering and Transmission Line Craft experience as lineman and above preferred. Should have 10+ years of experience as Construction Manager level or above. Should have 10+ years with a degree or 18+ years without degree, of Transmission Line Construction experience. Knowledge of project budget process and tools. Knowledge of department budget process and tools. Knowledge of Project controls. Risk assessment/management. Administrative policies and procedures. Construction Project Management Systems. Conceptual planning ability. Conflict management skills. Leadership ability (team building, coaching, mentoring, change management, advising). Multi-tasking ability (prioritize, organize, schedule work). Presentation skills. Problem solving skills (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, resolve). Project management skills. Communication and meeting skills. Time reporting systems. Expense reporting policies and procedures. Bilingual/Spanish speaking is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction or equivalent relevant experience. 10-20 years of construction operations experience, based on assigned area of operations. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications
OSHA 10

Work Environment/Physical Demands
Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
  
  

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment:
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.
  
  

Competencies
Collaborates

Communicates effectively

Courage

Directs work

Instills trust

Interpersonal savvy

Organizational savvy

Being resilient

Builds effective teams

Business insight

Cultivates innovation

Customer focus

Drives engagement

Drives vision and purpose

Global perspective

Manages ambiguity

Strategic mindset

Salary Plan
CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade
010

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